What is Confirmation?
In the sacrament of Baptism we are born into a new life by which we become adopted children of the Father, members of Jesus Christ’s body (the Church) and temples of the Holy Spirit.
In the Sacrament of Confirmation (also known as Chrismation), our Baptism is completed, strengthened and deepened by a special outpouring of the Holy Spirit like that granted to the apostles on the day of Pentecost. We are empowered by the Holy Spirit to be bold missionaries and defenders of the faith through gifts of service to the degree that we are ready and willing to do so.
Confirmation roots us more deeply as children of God, unites us more firmly to Christ, strengthens our bond with the Church, links us more closely with her mission, and helps us to witness to the faith in words and actions.
Both Baptism and Confirmation imprint a permanent spiritual mark of belonging to Christ upon the recipient’s soul.
In the Sacrament of Confirmation (also known as Chrismation), our Baptism is completed, strengthened and deepened by a special outpouring of the Holy Spirit like that granted to the apostles on the day of Pentecost. We are empowered by the Holy Spirit to be bold missionaries and defenders of the faith through gifts of service to the degree that we are ready and willing to do so.
Confirmation roots us more deeply as children of God, unites us more firmly to Christ, strengthens our bond with the Church, links us more closely with her mission, and helps us to witness to the faith in words and actions.
Both Baptism and Confirmation imprint a permanent spiritual mark of belonging to Christ upon the recipient’s soul.
What is required to receive Confirmation?
Candidates for the sacrament of Confirmation must profess the Catholic Faith, be in a state of grace, have the intentions of receiving the sacrament, and be prepared to be disciples and witnesses to Christ in all parts of their lives.
Baptized teenagers of Saint Joachim’s Church have to attend a special two year program for Confirmation preparation. In order to register the candidates must be at least 14 years old and attend 9 grade in High School. Candidates will not be able to register with our a copy of their baptismal certificate.
Candidates and their parents must sign a “code of conduct” that outlines basic expectations in behavior and clothing.
Unbaptized teenagers should register for the Rite of Christian Initiation for Adults. Youth Catechumens must be at least 14 years old and attend 9 grade in High School.
Candidates for Confirmation and Catechumens must choose a sponsor and a patron saint during their first year of preparation for the sacrament.
Baptized teenagers of Saint Joachim’s Church have to attend a special two year program for Confirmation preparation. In order to register the candidates must be at least 14 years old and attend 9 grade in High School. Candidates will not be able to register with our a copy of their baptismal certificate.
Candidates and their parents must sign a “code of conduct” that outlines basic expectations in behavior and clothing.
Unbaptized teenagers should register for the Rite of Christian Initiation for Adults. Youth Catechumens must be at least 14 years old and attend 9 grade in High School.
Candidates for Confirmation and Catechumens must choose a sponsor and a patron saint during their first year of preparation for the sacrament.
Registration Information
Confirmation registrations have closed for this year. We will start registrations for the 2024-2025 preparation year on May 1, 2024.
Youth Ministry Office Business Hours:
Mon-Fri: 9:00am to 5:00pm Closed for lunch from 12pm to 1pm
Sat, Sun & Holidays CLOSED
Youth Ministry Office Business Hours:
Mon-Fri: 9:00am to 5:00pm Closed for lunch from 12pm to 1pm
Sat, Sun & Holidays CLOSED
Important Upcoming Dates
Class Times: Thursday 6:15pm-8pm & Sunday 8am-9:45am Sunday Morning candidates will be participating in the 10am Mass.
Rite of Welcoming for 1st Year Candidates: 10/21/23
1st Year Candidate Retreat:
11/04 Sunday Candidates
11/05 Thursday Candidates
Candidate and Sponsor Retreats:
10/13 English
10/14 Spanish
10/15 English
10/27 Spanish
10/28 English
10/29 Spanish
Last Parent and Sponsor Meeting for 2nd year candidates: Wednesday, November 29, 2023 at 6pm Eng and 7pm Span
Rite of Election for 2nd Year Candidates: 1/27/24
Last Parent & Sponsor Meeting for 1st year candidates: Wednesday, February 7, 2024 at 6pm Eng. and 7pm Span Holy Spouses Hall.
Rite of Penance: Thursday, February 2024 at 6:30pm in the church. Candidates and sponsors must be present. *Pending Bishop’s approval
Confirmation Practice: Friday, February 23, 2023 at 4:30pm in the church. Candidates and sponsors must be present. *Pending Bishop’s approval
Confirmation Day: Saturday, February 24, 2024- 9:30am English Mass - 12pm Bilingual Mass - 2:30pm Spanish Mass
Parent Workshops
Tuesdays: 9/12, 10/03, 11/07, 12/05, 1/16, 2/6 English in Room 41, Spanish in Holy Spouses Hall both at 7pm. Parents or guardians must attend 3 workshops per year. Childcare will NOT be provided.
